Who We Are
The QAI Ventures Team is not just a group of individuals but a synergy of values and visions.
Rooted in collaboration, we believe in harnessing the power of collective effort to spearhead technological advancements.
We aim to empower startups by providing essential resources and support, fostering an environment where innovation thrives. We are committed to investing deeply in the success of our partners and maintaining integrity in every interaction.
Resilience is our cornerstone. We embrace challenges and learn from setbacks. We are constantly on a quest for game-changing ideas and solutions, always putting people at the forefront.
Transparency in our actions builds trust with partners and investors, while our dedication to sustainability guides us toward creating lasting impacts. Embracing diversity and inclusion, we understand that varied perspectives are the bedrock of groundbreaking innovations.
Above all, our life-long curiosity drives us to continuously learn and evolve, connecting us with those who share our values and strive to make a meaningful difference in the tech world.
Meet the Team
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Alexandra Beckstein
CEO & Co-Founder
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Thomas Landis
COO & Head of Accelerator
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Anca Albu
CMO
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Juergen Hoelscher
CFO
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Marius Almstedt
Chief of Staff
VC & DeepTech Strategy -
Tobias Denzler, PhD Phys.
Head of Academic Relations
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James Sanders
Accelerator Program Director
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Anton Wendeborn
Community Manager
Our Core Values
At the heart of our team lie these fundamental values, guiding every action and decision we make.
By adhering to these values, we create a culture of respect, innovation, and success, where every team member and partner can thrive.
Collaboration
Integrity
Innovation
Sustainability
Our Roots
Born out of the privately funded initiative of uptownBasel, and together with the QuantumBasel team, our vision is to unite the world during the global Quantum revolution.
Driven by the belief that it takes collaboration to develop technologies, we are building together a solid global Quantum community.